Big Spring ISD issues the following statement Tuesday morning, regarding the bomb threat situation that occurred Monday, Dec. 9. The statement is as follows:

The annual Festival of Lights has officially opened for the season.  The lights are viewable from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

In recognition of Pearl Harbor Day and In honor of our veterans,  the Boy Scouts Troop 5 and Scouts of America Troop 55 conducted a flag retirement ceremony at the VA. 

Forsan had lots of special visitors this morning,  from The Grinch, to Rudolph ams friends and even Santa Clause. 

The Christmas spirit has arrived in Big Spring. Today (Saturday, Dec. 7) is a day packed with several events. 

On Monday, December 9, 2019, City crews will tie a new 20” water line into the main transmission line that feeds the north side of Big Spring.  

For the past several weeks Detectives with the Big Spring Police Department has been investigating the rash of vehicle burglaries and stolen vehicles within the City of Big Spring.  

Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce members, community members and Hote Settles staff joined together for the final Alive After 5 event for 2019. 

The holiday activities are ramping up, and three events are taking place this evening. 

A caring heart, a story to tell, and a way to give back; combine these three things and you have the background of a fundraiser effort from an eight-year-old little girl. Petyton Rowden, previously from Big Spring and former Forsan Elementary student, has written a book and is raising funds …

The weather outside is nice, and the bells have started ringing. If you have ventured to Walmart, Porters or the Big Spring Post Office recently, you probably heard bells as you entered the store. 

For the past couple months the Big Spring Police Department Narcotics Division has conducted investigations into the distribution of Crack Cocaine and Marijuana at 100 Lockhart Lot C. 

On Tuesday, December 3, 2019, City crews performing water line replacements in the following area will shut off water temporarily:  

On the 28th of November 2019 at approximately 8:34 P.M., Big Spring Police Department officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of S. Main in reference to a gunshot victim. 

Ready, set, shop - local. 

Bells will be ringing ... from now until Christmas,  the Red Kettle's will be out across town. 

Families are gathering around the table, meals are being prepared, and the Big Spring community is coming together to celebrate Thanksgiving and gearing up for Christmas. 

Congratulations to Candy Parrish!!! She was the Grand Prize winner of 12 Days Before Black Friday!!! Thank you to the businesses who took part. 

Bulldog Steel will be hosting a Thanksgiving meal for the community on  from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. today.

The Forsan students who are involved in the character class, recently had a blanket drive for the Happy Day Humane Society and the Salvation Army. The Students were able to collect over 60 blankets for the organizations.

Howard College Big Spring is experiencing a power outage. We have no phone or internet access at this time. 

The local DAV (Disabled American Veterans) chapter hosted the annual Thanksgiving dinner for veterans at the TA. 

The United Way of Big Spring and Howard County held the annual Empty Bowl event on Thursday.  

Editor's Note: The Big Spring Police Department issued the following media release, Thursday morning, regarding the heavy police presence around Monticello on Wednesday.

On the 20th of November 2019 just after 6:00 A.M., Big Spring Police Department officers were sent to the 1300 block of Dixie in reference to shots fired.  Upon arrival officers found that the suspect had been outside the residence and fired several times into the residence. 

Beginning on November 19, 2019, the City of Big Spring will be repairing and replacing water lines on South Aylesford Street from West 8th Street to West 9th Street. Drivers are advised that there will be work crews and construction vehicles in the roadway.  We ask that drivers exercise caut…

On Nov. 18, 2019, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a Big Spring Police Department Officer observed a White 2013 Chevrolet 2500 HD truck at the intersection of Third and Johnson, which had been reported stolen to the Howard County Sheriff’s Office.

For those wanting to express their opinion or wanting to find out more information about the Ports to Plains project, a meeting is set for Monday. 

Remembering those who have served our great country is an important piece of keeping history alive. Hangar 25 board members, along with family and friends of Bella Suarez-Nellas, took part in a special ceremony honoring a Veteran - Nellas - for November on Thursday night. 

The Big Spring City Council met Tuesday evening in front of a packed audience where residents voiced their support of a new ordinance that is gaining steam across the state.

The annual Christmas Tree Forest at the Heritage Museum opens today.  

Coahoma ISD will end school at 3 p.m. on Thursday, so Bulldog fans can travel to Fort Stockton for the Bi-District game between Coahoma and Anthony.

Through the sacrifice of many brave men and women,  we are able to enjoy the freedoms we have today.  

The Big Spring Herald extends their sincere gratitude for all those who have served our great nation.  

The Heritage Museum will open the Christmas Tree Forest for 2019 on November 12. 

Saturday afternoon the community gathered with Jerry  Worthy's family and Hangar 25 board members to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new hangar and Mr. Worthy's 90th birthday.  

Final score: 20-21, Stamford takes the victory after a hard fought game. 

On Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, at approximately 12 p.m., the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Big Spring was notified that inmate Jose Luis Quijada did not report as assigned to the Correctional Alternatives Residential Reentry Center in San Diego, California.

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The numbers are in and another election is wrapped up. According to unofficial results issued by the Howard County Elections Office out of 16,758 registered voters, 2,370 ballots were cast. While early voting and mail in votes received a higher number than last election, there were a total o…

AUSTIN— In honor of both active and retired military, daily entrance fees at Texas State Parks will be waived for all visitors Sunday, Nov. 10.

 On Election Day, voters may vote at any of the countywide poll locations. Location of Election Day Polling Places: